Reviews - Barska Contour 3-9x42 IR Compact Riflescope w/ 30/30 Illuminated Dual Color Reticle - AC10552 Reviews - BK-RS-AC10552

Author: d2whitle , hunter and sportsman, from Waycross, Ga. on Jun 28, 2012
Pros:  COMPACT
Cons:  NO FOCUS
Would recommend:  yes

d2whitle wrote:

GOOD SCOPE FOR THE MONEY BUT NOT A HIGH QUALITY ITEM, WORKS GREAT ON MY 22 BUT WOULDN'T PUT ON A LONG RANGE GUN DUE TO LACK OF FOCUS. PAID $50 FOR MINE AND GLAD TO HAVE IT.

Author: glakelersteve from Denver Co on Apr 22, 2012
Pros:  Easy to install / zero, very clear magnification, awesome eye relief, compact
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

glakelersteve wrote:

I bought this for my Tiberius T9.1 paintball marker (overkill). I would put this on my .223 or my 30.06, excellent scope for the money.

Author: tumbledude (verified customer) from Morgan City, LA. on Dec 20, 2010
Would recommend:  yes

tumbledude wrote:

The product works great now. When i recieved it the unit's green illumination did not work due to a loose connection in the switch area. I needed for that week so I didnt have time to retun it. I fixed it myself, and it work just fine now.

Author: fixxer72 (verified customer) , Forklift mechanic by day shooter at all other times., from Davis Junction, IL on Nov 17, 2010
Pros:  Compact easy mount
Would recommend:  yes

fixxer72 wrote:

Bought this scope for my Romanian AK 47 for coyote hunting in IL this winter. Mounted it on a UTG side mount #978 scope mount made for the AK 47. First reaction was WOW this really looks cool. Mounting took less than 5 minutes. Zeroed in at 50 yards to get close then moved to 100 yards. Within 20 rounds was holding 1 1/2 inch group. Takes the shock of the AK 47 and stays right on. I did locktite the mounts as should be done in any case. Best part of this whole thing was I ordered this scope on Tuesday morning and less than 36 hours later UPS delivered it ans shipping was free. AWESOME. And again I say WOW cool looking setup.

Author: steve howell (verified customer) from tyler texas on Apr 19, 2010
Pros:  none
Cons:  wont zero, blurry, magnification is untrue
Would recommend:  yes

steve howell wrote:

After much research I bought the barksa contour 3x9 dual illumination. The scope will not hold zero at all and is blurry and states 3x9 but 9 power is actually about 4 compared to the truth. So after spending $75 your options are to send to barska with ANOTHER $25 plus shipping or put in trash and save that $30 which is what I will do. This scope is not worth it for free as will just waste ammo learning. Not sure how a company can even put something this sorry on the market. Last Barska I will ever buy. Spread the word.

Author: Captainmike from Oak Harbor, WA on Mar 22, 2010
Pros:  Illum Reticle, compact, holds zero
Cons:  Lousy instructions for BDC, can't focus well
Would recommend:  no

Captainmike wrote:

For a cheap scope to shoot large targets,its OK, but at 200 yards you can barrely even see a 3 inch bullseye due to the lack of focus. Nice high mounts for use on an AR

Author: The Police Man from Chicago, IL on Jan 11, 2010
Pros:  Look good, mounts easy and durable
Cons:  None really. see comments
Would recommend:  yes

The Police Man wrote:

Make sure you search around for this scope. Some shops are selling it 40 to 50 dollars cheaper than most. Second the scope is solid and looks great, menacing!. Mounted my AR-15 with ease. The lenses could be a little more clear (Focus better)when used for far distance. Also the illuminated cross hairs are a little thick so use it on the lighter setting. Other than that, its not bad.

Author: Jezzo , Keen silloutte shooter, from Adelaide on Dec 2, 2009
Pros:  Nil- Good scope
Cons:  Value for money - Excellent
Would recommend:  yes

Jezzo wrote:

I use the scope on my field pistol 22 Hornet in metalic silloutte and I find it really good, does the job well.

Author: Jonny from Upstate NY on Jul 24, 2008
Pros:  Compact, nice optics, Red/Green/Off(Black) rectile
Cons:  need focusing adjustment
Would recommend:  yes

Jonny wrote:

Very Impressed with craftsmanship, Good Optics but wish you could focus but what do want for a sub $100 scope. With very little choices for SKS using stripper clips and scope this compact allows for both and has extra eye relief (approx 4 inches). I would guess this is one of the best scopes for the SKS with a 42mm bell. I replaced the Rings with medium height rings and now is perfect eye allignment.

Author: Glass eye (verified customer) from Virginia Beach on Dec 27, 2007
Pros:  Easy to use and sight in.
Cons:  Not enough time to shoot.
Would recommend:  yes

Glass eye wrote:

This scope was put on a Panther LR-308/M4 for deer hunting, I was able to bring down 3 deer at over 200 yards, this is one wonderful scope for the money!!!!